CARING CONNECTIONS FAMILY SUPPORT

FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP

Family Support Group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month at 10am - Noon at the FailSafe-ERA Office.

Our support group for families affected by incarceration promotes healthy communication and positive relationships.

Individuals learn, in a supportive and non-judgmental environment, the techniques to properly grieve the loss of their incarcerated loved ones and how to survive the incarceration process, the most common being the shame associated with admitting that incarceration has touched their lives.

Through our family support group, which meets monthly at the FailSafe-ERA office, we have given family members that were ashamed a voice. They learn how to manage expectations and how not to become an enabler once the loved one returns home.

FAMILY ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS

The Family Roundtable Discussion Series is a judgement-free, welcoming space for parents and caregivers to come together for honest conversation, shared wisdom, and practical learning.

These roundtables are designed to help families understand what it truly means to create a supportive home environment—emotionally, mentally, and socially, so our youth can thrive, not just survive.

PURPOSE

Foster open communication and trust among caregivers and youth
Encourage active participation and shared learning among caregivers
Build caregiver confidence through practical strategies and peer support

OUTCOMES

Strengthened family relationships
Increased parental engagement
Greater confidence in supporting youth